Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
The Mound
In or near Gorebridge.
The Mound — mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 413 m.
Graeme Yuill — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Gorebridge · 8.1 km
- Dog-friendly
About
The Mound is a mountain located in scotland central. Elevation: 413 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Place summary
The Mound is a mountain located in central Scotland. It is known for its distinctive elevation and offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The area is popular for outdoor activities such as hiking and nature walks, attracting visitors interested in exploring the natural beauty of the region. The terrain varies, providing opportunities for different levels of walking experiences.
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- Coordinates
- 55.7670, -3.0386
- Nearest railway station
- Gorebridge — 8.1 km
Sources
- osm: n3610602633 (ODbL)
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Capital Trail
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Broad Law
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Jimmy Murray Memorial
Jimmy Murray Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Torfichen Hill
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Longshaw Law
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Where to eat & stay near The Mound
Places to stay
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Borthwick Castle Hotel
Borthwick Castle Hotel — a hotel in scotland central.
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Borthwick
Borthwick — a campsite in scotland central.
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Lothian Bridge Caravan Park
Lothian Bridge Caravan Park — a campsite in scotland central.
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📷 5Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Slatebarns Caravan Park
Slatebarns Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland central.
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Barony Castle Hotel
Barony Castle Hotel — a hotel in scotland central.
Places to eat & drink
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📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Craigiebield House Hotel, 50 Bog Road, Penicuik
Craigiebield House Hotel, 50 Bog Road, Penicuik in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Gothenburg Public House, 45 Buccleuch Street, Dalkeith
Gothenburg Public House, 45 Buccleuch Street, Dalkeith in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Coach and Horses Public House, 168 High Street, Dalkeith
Coach and Horses Public House, 168 High Street, Dalkeith in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
The Keg Lounge Bar, 11 High Street, Peebles
The Keg Lounge Bar, 11 High Street, Peebles in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Red Lion House, 36 Biggiesknowe, Peebles
Red Lion House, 36 Biggiesknowe, Peebles in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Mound?
- The Mound is in central Scotland, United Kingdom.
- What is The Mound?
- The Mound — mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 413 m.
- How do I get to The Mound?
- The nearest railway station is Gorebridge, about 8.1 km away. Its coordinates are 55.7670°, -3.0386°.